LIBATION

Libation

A libation is a ritual pouring of a liquid as an offering to a god or spirit or in memory of those who have died. It was common in many religions of antiquity and continues to be offered in various cultures today.

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libation

Noun

  1. The act of pouring a liquid or liquor, usually wine, either on the ground or on a victim in sacrifice, in honor of some deity.
  2. The wine or liquid thus poured out.
  3. A beverage, especially an alcoholic one.


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